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Virginia Tech Aims for Third Straight Win Against Wake Forest

10/5/2025

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Virginia Tech Hokies (2-3) host Wake Forest Demon Deacons (2-2) at Lane Stadium on October 4, 2025.
Virginia Tech seeks a third straight win under interim coach Philip Montgomery.
Kyron Drones leads VT's offense; Wake Forest's Robby Ashford and Demond Claiborne are key.
Wake Forest has red-zone issues and has lost three straight at Virginia Tech; last road win was 1983.

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Historical Context

Wake Forest last defeated Virginia Tech on the road in 1983, finishing that season with a 5-6 record, while the Hokies ended at 2-9. This rivalry has seen Virginia Tech dominate historically, leading the series 62-38-5 as of 2024. Currently, Virginia Tech seeks a third consecutive win under interim coach Philip Montgomery, while Wake Forest struggles with red-zone efficiency.

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Story summary

Virginia Tech Hokies (2-3) host Wake Forest Demon Deacons (2-2) at Lane Stadium on October 4, 2025.
Virginia Tech seeks a third straight win under interim coach Philip Montgomery.
Kyron Drones leads VT's offense; Wake Forest's Robby Ashford and Demond Claiborne are key.
Wake Forest has red-zone issues and has lost three straight at Virginia Tech; last road win was 1983.

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